Ultra-High Vacuum Technician: Precision Repair & Maintenance

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.; Massapequa (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc. seeks an experienced High Vacuum Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair high and ultra-high vacuum systems in an industrial setting.

You will work with vacuum pumps, gauges, instrumentation, and leak detection, perform precision welding, and collaborate with engineering teams to support manufacturing, testing, and R&D activities while adhering to safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years hands-on experience with high or ultra-high vacuum systems.
• Strong understanding of vacuum theory, pressure measurement, and vacuum system design.
• Experience with vacuum pumps, gauges, controllers, and leak detection equipment.
• Precision welding experience is required.
• Familiarity with machine shop operations and stainless steel piping systems.
• Knowledge of cleanroom procedures is a plus.
• Experience in thin film deposition, semiconductor manufacturing, or scientific instrumentation is preferred.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently and with a team.
• Associate degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, assemble, maintain, and repair high and ultra-high vacuum systems and components.
• Troubleshoot vacuum leaks and perform leak detection using helium mass spectrometers.
• Operate, maintain, and repair mechanical, turbomolecular, cryogenic, diffusion, and ion pumps.
• Calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair vacuum gauges, controllers, and related instrumentation.
• Perform preventative maintenance and maintain detailed service records.
• Diagnose equipment issues and implement corrective actions.
• Work with engineering and R&D teams to support testing, equipment setups, and experimental operations.
• Work with stainless steel piping, fittings, valves, and vacuum system components.
• Perform precision welding as required.
• Follow established safety procedures and maintain equipment reliability.

Skills

Vacuum system experience

Vacuum theory

Pumps & gauges

Precision welding

Machine shop

Cleanroom awareness

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Associate degree or higher in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Helium mass spectrometer

Vacuum pumps

Leak detection equipment

Job description

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc. seeks an experienced High Vacuum Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair high and ultra-high vacuum systems in an industrial setting.

You will work with vacuum pumps, gauges, instrumentation, and leak detection, perform precision welding, and collaborate with engineering teams to support manufacturing, testing, and R&D activities while adhering to safety procedures.